SENSOR PIONEER
OPTEX at 40: A brief history of sensing innovation
August 23, 2019
In 1979 Japanese electronics engineer Toru Kobayashi had a vision of developing precision technology that could detect the 'status' and 'changes' of people and things. Read More
Fire safety
Bull Products posts 8% sales growth after major project wins
August 22, 2019
Bull Products, a specialist in fire protection and safety kit for the construction sector, has enjoyed an 8% rise in […] Read More
FIRE ALARM TRAINING
C-TEC reveals schedule of CPD-training events on residential fire alarm systems
August 22, 2019
Life-safety systems manufacturer C-TEC has announced a series of free, CPD-certified training events about ‘Fire Alarm Systems for Domestic Dwellings’. Read More
Competence and competition
Does convergence spell the end for security integrators?
August 21, 2019
As convergence gathers pace with the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT), security systems increasingly share IT infrastructure and […] Read More
uk PRIVATE SECURITY SECTOR
How to get an SIA licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA)
August 21, 2019
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) regulates the private security industry in the UK, issuing licences and running the Approved Contractor Scheme (ACS). Read More
Genetec on Security Center 5.8 and leveraging social media for situational awareness
August 20, 2019
Headquartered in Montreal, Genetec provides unified security, public safety, operations and business intelligence solutions. It’s flagship product, Security Center is […] Read More
heritage fire protection
How much of a fire risk are the Houses of Parliament?
August 20, 2019
With a “restoration and renewal” programme not expected to start in earnest until the mid-2020s, James Beale of Invicta Fire Protection examines the myriad fire safety risks evident in the 149-year old building. Read More
